What did you do for your ZHP/ BMW / MINI today? #2

[Jconlin16]

M3 finally showed up! Well worth the wait. Going to have a full paint correction done to it. Had to take a pic of it with the ZHP too behind work. :)

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https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7358/26870581982_782edf953d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKSf)Le M3 & Le ZHP (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKSf) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

:drool

I got a ride in this beast today, what an incredible car. Congrats again Chris!

[Rovert]

I think the brothers are playing hard to get. They're so separated. lol

[slater]

M3 finally showed up! Well worth the wait. Going to have a full paint correction done to it. Had to take a pic of it with the ZHP too behind work. :)

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:thumbup

i have been eyeballing E90 M3 sedans lately... loooove 'em... congrats on yours!

[Sockethead]

Awesome! Very happy for you :)

[D1ESEL]

Thanks guys. It's a pretty unreal car. The cloth in person is amazing. I will post some good pictures once it is all detailed.

[san]

M3 finally showed up! Well worth the wait. Going to have a full paint correction done to it. Had to take a pic of it with the ZHP too behind work. :)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7576/26870582212_ca13658125_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKWd)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKWd) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7358/26870581982_782edf953d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKSf)Le M3 & Le ZHP (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKSf) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

Nice! And both sedans...
I keep day dreaming about an e90 M3 almost everyday lol

[fredo]

Congrats, Chris ! I'm debating about skipping the 335i and going straight to M3 when upgrade time arrives.

[fredo]

Two co-workers and I went for lunch yesterday. I drove the ZHP. They are not car people, both of them own a Prius. What got their attention was the MT. The lady said: I never learned how to drive MT. The guy said: I knew how to drive MT when I was young, but probably can't do it now.

LOL ... Yeah, MT is not for everyone.

[D1ESEL]

I shouldn't say I wouldn't ever get an FI BMW but I am going to avoid it for as long as possible. I was considering an F80 M3 with the Competition Package and getting it stripped down like this M3 but at the end of the day it's very much like a 340i and doesn't have that M car feel like the E90 does.

I am selling my S4 on Wednesday and the ZHP will become the full time daily and as I have stated earlier in this thread the next car I add to the stable will be a 997.1 GT3 in 1-2 years to hang with the ZHP and M3 :)

[BADCLOWN]

The 997.1 GT3 is a fucking stellar car. I love driving those, behind the GT3RS of course.

[D1ESEL]

The 997.1 GT3 is a fucking stellar car. I love driving those, behind the GT3RS of course.

I would never pay the premium of the RS though and it will be a weekend street car. When I see one a 997.1 pop up in the 70-80k range with CCB's, low miles and the right options I will buy it

[johnrando]

Congrats on the M!

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[Karl Lazlo]

LOL ... Yeah, MT is not for everyone.

It really is travesty.

I have limited my dating pool to only women who know how to drive a MT.

[Karl Lazlo]

What did I do? I had my ZHP aligned. And I am a little bent.

Recently, I dropped my ZHP off at my indy to do summer tire changeover (he stores my mounted tires/wheels for me) and he also did new dampers, sway bar end links, upper strut mounts, RTABs and RSMs. And sent it out for an alignment.

Since then, I have barely put 500 miles on it. I have been driving my 03.

Every time I drove it, it just felt a little "off." Tracked straight, but with a little wiggle at speed and with my highly calibrated butt dyno, I knew something was amiss.

So, I took it by the local tire shop before my morning meeting. They put it up on the rack and one of the techs came out and asked if the BMW was mine... He stated that the alignment was off and looks like one of the wheels tossed a mounting weight. The weight I can deal with. An alignment that was off in less than 500 miles is unacceptable.

Just before my meeting, took the alignment sheet to my indy and told him to raise holy hell with the shop that did the last alignment. Toe (F&R) was way off, no wonder it felt like ass when I get to "spirited driving speeds."

I'm happy now. My ZHP feels better.

[MiniD]

I would never pay the premium of the RS though and it will be a weekend street car. When I see one a 997.1 pop up in the 70-80k range with CCB's, low miles and the right options I will buy it

Lol, you realize that will never happen, right?

[D1ESEL]

Lol, you realize that will never happen, right?

I paid $2,600 for my ZHP. Trust me in my profession it will happen :)

Low miles to me is 25ish and under and they are already mid 80's right now. This Porsche fan boy phase will die off.

[Karl Lazlo]

This Porsche fan boy phase will die off.

Man, I hope so. I need a 993.

[san]

Man, I hope so. I need a 993.

Because air cooled?

[Karl Lazlo]

Because air cooled?

Because I have problems.

[Sockethead]

Because I have problems.

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[Karl Lazlo]

<hokie 80s cheese deleted>

Look, before you posted that photo, I thought we could be friends.

I have a special place in my heart for air cooled turbo 911s. The last car that I drove that truly scared me. Scared me knowing that under the bonnet, there was a scheme going on to snatch the life out of me. Flat 6, turbo and lots of lag says one thing... "I will try to kill Lazlo."

Recently, my g/f, quite sarcastically, asked me, "What are you buying next?" My answer was very simple, "A car that scares me." She looked at me like I had a dick growing out of my forehead.

The rational part of my brain tells me that you can get killed driving anything as soon as you run out of talent, good ideas and pavement. But, that very special 930 on and around the 95 in NV on a high speed burn was honestly trying to kill me. I need.

[Sockethead]

didn't know I hit a nerve....oops :)

[Karl Lazlo]

didn't know I hit a nerve....oops :)

I'm very sensitive.

[az3579]

She looked at me like I had a dick growing out of my forehead.

I'm sure you get that a lot. :rofl

[Karl Lazlo]

I'm sure you get that a lot. :rofl

Now that you mention it...

[BADCLOWN]

Dropping my continentals and CH wheels off at tire discounters to be picked up tomorrow. The car is going to my Indy for the mass spring parts install and some minor maintenance on Sunday.

[fredo]

Your indy is open on Sundays ?

[BADCLOWN]

My Indy works out of his house as a second source of income he doesn't really need. Not so much a Indy shop as just one guy. 2 post in ground hydraulic lift in his two car huge garage out back.

[Johnmadd]

My Indy works out of his house as a second source of income he doesn't really need. Not so much a Indy shop as just one guy. 2 post in ground hydraulic lift in his two car huge garage out back.

That's what I'm talking about!

[ZacharyMikel]

My Indy works out of his house as a second source of income he doesn't really need. Not so much a Indy shop as just one guy. 2 post in ground hydraulic lift in his two car huge garage out back.

This. This is what I need.

[Vas]

Started to remove the intake boots to get to the throttle body and IACV.

[D1ESEL]

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[ELCID86]

In for alignment now. This may be sideways.

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[Sockethead]

I took the twins for a spin in "daddy's car" they're pretty much obsessed with it so they were really happy
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[Sockethead]

I guess the excitement has worn off...

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[Rovert]

Haha. Long as the driver didn't fall asleep too.

[Johnmadd]

I guess the excitement has worn off...

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Lol.

[Johnmadd]

I Re bed my brakes, steering wheel vibration seems to be gone.

[Vas]

In for alignment now. This may be sideways.

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And your car drove sideways

[fw_fw]

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Puts a new meaning in ZZZZZZZZZZZZZHP.....

[ELCID86]

And your car drove sideways

Lol. Felt a tad odd before. Nicely dialed in now.

[cakM3]

This Porsche fan boy phase will die off.

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[Johnmadd]

:rofl

[Karl Lazlo]

Well, I decided to remove the (broken clips) sunshade from my sunroof. Removed the glass, tossed the sunshade (I don't feel like fixing it, again), got the glass back in and adjusted.

Then, the skies opened up and poured rain.

I'd rather be lucky than good.

[ELCID86]

Noticed the back clips on the trim over the back door are broken. :-(

[Vas]

Noticed the back clips on the trim over the back door are broken. :-(
They unglued. Double sided tape to the rescue

[ZacharyMikel]

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Woof.

[slater]

I guess the excitement has worn off...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160514/82383457214a33a9de2ed47586ce06c3.jpg

awesome. my kids always fell asleep in sportier cars... "yes, honey, we NEED to upgrade the suspension, it will help the kids fall asleep in the car on long rides!" :)



Puts a new meaning in ZZZZZZZZZZZZZHP.....

...and why it's a SLEEPER of a car.... ;)

[ELCID86]

They unglued. Double sided tape to the rescue

Yep. And I guess so.

[theothersawyer]

Mine did the same, so I used double sided tape. Then they somehow managed to come out of the tabs!

[jakksfor20]

Both sides broke on the wife's car in the past 2 weeks. I'm going to pick up a set of trim pieces to attempt to pull some of the clips off since they are not available separately.


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[ELCID86]

Gettin ready to go off-roading.

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[ELCID86]

All back together with speakers, tinted window and regulator transferred.

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[az3579]

Swapped my street pads for my track pads. Man I'm going to hate driving the car this week... these pads are beyond loud.
Also replaced the brake fluid and bled all four corners.

[cakM3]

Swapped my street pads for my track pads. Man I'm going to hate driving the car this week... these pads are beyond loud.
Also replaced the brake fluid and bled all four corners.

I liked how your brakes sounded :)

[jakksfor20]

Swapped my street pads for my track pads. Man I'm going to hate driving the car this week... these pads are beyond loud.
Also replaced the brake fluid and bled all four corners.

Starting to think I may start swapping pads, rotors at the track. I can do it in under an hour now. Mine are loud as well.

[az3579]

Starting to think I may start swapping pads, rotors at the track. I can do it in under an hour now. Mine are loud as well.

An hour is a very long time to be swapping out pads at the track... I barely have time to get my car unpacked, tires swapped, and tech'd, let alone adding pad swaps to the mix. :(

[WOLFN8TR]

Installed 6000K 20W CREE LED Fog Lights.

http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Genuine-OEM-Spec-Fog-Light-Replacement-p/70-613.htm


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Fog Lights Only

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Headlights Only
( Taken thru my tinted windshield )

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Headlights and Fog Lights

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[Aeternalis]

Installed 6000K LED Fog Lights.

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Fog Lights Only

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Headlights Only

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Headlights and Fog Lights

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Those look awesome. Where are they from?

[Vas]

Imolaaaa

[WOLFN8TR]

Those look awesome. Where are they from?

Some retrofitting is required to mount these. I will probably do a DIY on them. Charlie has these in his M3.

http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Genuine-OEM-Spec-Fog-Light-Replacement-p/70-613.htm

[3ZHP]

My Son got some new shoes today.

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[fredo]

:like My Mini Cooper is green, I looked for a red one with no success.

[UdubBadger]

9qt of Liquimoly and filter, new O2 sensor, new mid pipe gaskets, new brake sensors and tail light coding for the LCI upgrade.

It was an expensive afternoon.


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[ZacharyMikel]

9qt of Liquimoly and filter, new O2 sensor, new mid pipe gaskets, new brake sensors and tail light coding for the LCI upgrade.

It was an expensive afternoon.


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Why 9qts? Transmission too?

[san]

Why 9qts? Transmission too?

Cause 4.0 V8... I guess lol

[az3579]

Cause 4.0 V8... I guess lol

Yes, that is the capacity of the S65 including the oil filter (well, 9.3 quarts).

[UdubBadger]

Yes, that is the capacity of the S65 including the oil filter (well, 9.3 quarts).

Correct so I guess I paid for 10 actually lol

[D1ESEL]

Going to was the ZHP today. The M3 has been getting all the love.

Even the wifey loves it :)

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[Johnmadd]

She gonna put that on the gram! ��

[Sockethead]

Pulling the HID angel eyes out of Kristen's 135. They've been nothing but a PITA burned up relay and the short count maxed out on the right one so I have to get that reset. Putting it all back to stock for now and will eventually go with LEDs

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I should probably check the catch can too while I'm at it..,

[Johnmadd]

Pulling the HID angel eyes out of Kristen's 135. They've been nothing but a PITA burned up relay and the short count maxed out on the right one so I have to get that reset. Putting it all back to stock for now and will eventually go with LEDs

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I should probably check the catch can too while I'm at it..,

Damn, if you're still having problems I would do the same.

[san]

Washed my Zhp


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[Rovert]

I took my trunk liners out to cut doors to make adjusting the damping of my adjustable struts easier. After a trip to Seattle I realized how much of a bubble my car is in with smooth roads in Vancouver. I needed to setup my shocks to handle rougher terrain. Haha.

[Sockethead]

I'm glad this mess is outta here. Probably going to throw it all in the trash except for the relay

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[Vas]

Throw it on the ground

[D1ESEL]

Removal of the HID Angel eyes was the 2nd thing I did to my M3 the day I did the oil change. They look so stupid on cars they don't belong on or come factory on. Halogen ones FTW keeping it OEM.

Tonight I took the M3 for a cruise after work then washed up the ZHP! About to finally install my Z4M FCABs and RTABs tomorrow! I also finally picked up my 216's from the installer. I went with Super Sports. I can't wait to get my car aligned and put them on! I really need to make a progress thread for my ZHP.

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[danewilson77]

Throw it on the ground
And light it on fire.

S7 Edge, out

[slater]

Tonight I took the M3 for a cruise after work then washed up the ZHP! About to finally install my Z4M FCABs and RTABs tomorrow! I also finally picked up my 216's from the installer. I went with Super Sports. I can't wait to get my car aligned and put them on! I really need to make a progress thread for my ZHP.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7258/27036449481_c6dd239d17_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Hc7SuH)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Hc7SuH) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

looks great, can't wait to see them mounted on the car! :cheers

[san]

Removal of the HID Angel eyes was the 2nd thing I did to my M3 the day I did the oil change. They look so stupid on cars they don't belong on or come factory on. Halogen ones FTW keeping it OEM.

Tonight I took the M3 for a cruise after work then washed up the ZHP! About to finally install my Z4M FCABs and RTABs tomorrow! I also finally picked up my 216's from the installer. I went with Super Sports. I can't wait to get my car aligned and put them on! I really need to make a progress thread for my ZHP.


How much do these wheels weigh relative to 135's?? They look great btw

[09mageec]

Removal of the HID Angel eyes was the 2nd thing I did to my M3 the day I did the oil change. They look so stupid on cars they don't belong on or come factory on. Halogen ones FTW keeping it OEM.
This....
I have always wanted to find the right Halogen ones. I currently have the really bright, ice white ones from Umnitza (Orion V2 I believe), and I have never really been 100% happy with them. Where can you find a quality set of Halogen/OEM colored ones!!??

[D1ESEL]

How much do these wheels weigh relative to 135's?? They look great btw

I think they are 25lbs for the 18x8.5's which I am running square vs. the 135 that weights 28ish lbs for the 18x8.5

[D1ESEL]

This....
I have always wanted to find the right Halogen ones. I currently have the really bright, ice white ones from Umnitza (Orion V2 I believe), and I have never really been 100% happy with them. Where can you find a quality set of Halogen/OEM colored ones!!??

I don't think there is a quality aftermarket angel eye anywhere. I know my buddy Alec (hi its me alec) on the forums had halogen ones for years but they aren't working any more.

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[09mageec]

Gaahhh, I cant find any that haven't made me second guess yet...

[az3579]

This....
I have always wanted to find the right Halogen ones. I currently have the really bright, ice white ones from Umnitza (Orion V2 I believe), and I have never really been 100% happy with them. Where can you find a quality set of Halogen/OEM colored ones!!??


I don't think there is a quality aftermarket angel eye anywhere. I know my buddy Alec (hi its me alec) on the forums had halogen ones for years but they aren't working any more.

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Perhaps Umnitza Orion V2's? They offer gold (which I would imagine is close to OE color?) or amber as well...
Check out the color options in the dropdown.

https://www.umnitza.com/angel-eyes-by-umnitza/bmw-angel-eyes/3-series/orion-v2-led-angel-eyes-with-remote.html

[Sockethead]

Cold cathode tubes were the closest match to the original at the time but I don't think anyone makes then anymore. They weren't that reliable... especially in colder climates

[D1ESEL]

I think that's what he has. They probably have been on his car since 06-07

[UdubBadger]

I'm sure you can find them oem Amber k (3000 likely). Doubt they'll be halogen though. The trouble is with aftermarket the actual rings light up. With the oem angel eyes the bulb inside the headlight unit reflects into a clear glass ring. It's a much larger process than just some rings with led lights in them or at the ends of them on some models.


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[AggieBlake]

Bought my ZHP a new best friend. 2001 MX5 LS - stock other than bar, seat, and harness. I hope to build it into a competitive TTE car.

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[09mageec]

Perhaps Umnitza Orion V2's? They offer gold (which I would imagine is close to OE color?) or amber as well...
Check out the color options in the dropdown.

https://www.umnitza.com/angel-eyes-by-umnitza/bmw-angel-eyes/3-series/orion-v2-led-angel-eyes-with-remote.html

Just before I saw this I was on their site (which is confusing to navigate BTW), and tracked down those colors, 'Gold', 'Amber'. Neither of them have many detailed pictures, or any photos of them on a vehicle. So I contacted them, and am waiting to hear back.

The Gold is looking more like what I want, but I need to see some pics first, and maybe track someone down for a review. I also asked them, since I already have the wire harness all set up on my car currently (running the Orion V2 6000k), would I be able to just order the rings themselves for a plug and play application to what's already installed. They are the same make/company as far as I am aware. And both 'colors' are LED. The rings separately plug into a little beige box before all the harness bits come into play anyway... Sound like a viable option to you??

[fredo]

Congrats ! How many miles on the clock ?


Bought my ZHP a new best friend. 2001 MX5 LS - stock other than bar, seat, and harness. I hope to build it into a competitive TTE car.

[san]

Bought my ZHP a new best friend. 2001 MX5 LS - stock other than bar, seat, and harness. I hope to build it into a competitive TTE car.

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Congrats! Never seen a Miata in that color before...

[san]

I've always wanted to have angel eyes on my Zhp but it's such a PITA to install them on a coupe's headlights


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[fredo]

I was lucky with my angel eyes, they were installed by the PO. At first, I didn't like them that much. But now I do. :biggrin

[Sockethead]

I also asked them, since I already have the wire harness all set up on my car currently (running the Orion V2 6000k), would I be able to just order the rings themselves for a plug and play application to what's already installed. They are the same make/company as far as I am aware. And both 'colors' are LED. The rings separately plug into a little beige box before all the harness bits come into play anyway... Sound like a viable option to you??


From what I've seen, most harnesses are the same: a relay circuit with a trigger circuit that goes to the DME the only thing that might be different are the connectors on the ends that connect to the rings

[09mageec]

the only thing that might be different are the connectors on the ends that connect to the rings

This is what I'm hoping they provide more insight on... Who knows though, they'll probably say it wont work even if it does, just to make a sale. Hell, I'd even pay the full price for just the rings if I can get what I want...

[AggieBlake]

Congrats ! How many miles on the clock ?

84k

[AggieBlake]

Congrats! Never seen a Miata in that color before...

Seems to be fairly rare. Color wasn't really on my list since race car, but my wife liked it so that made the purchase easier :)

[fredo]

I bought a set of rear WeatherTech mats. I already have the front ones, and decided to pull the trigger today.

[Damian]

Bimmian phone mounthttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160519/21be7941b5d221db75a374277b7502a1.jpg
Also took delivery of my LSDhttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160519/d45673d4dbda430a8c059f821da311d5.jpg

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[ELCID86]

Noice!

[ikeupinya]

Very nice, it's so shiney!!!

[Vas]

New fuel filter on the imola car

[Rovert]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160520/fb899cfbf5d63a1e2396de8f6dc6d78b.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160520/49bf82774553fe41ff7b538bb787c9c8.jpg

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All dialed in now that I'm done with playing with the height. I had specs for less toe than now but it needed to be a high number because of camber so the tires don't wear as quick. He showed me why the tires would wear is the toe was 0 versus what he set it as. It needed to toe in because the inside will turn slower than the outside when cambered.

[rkneeshaw]

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/26499352434_d4b2064f25_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GnE7fN)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GnE7fN) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

So much room in your garage. Jelly is maxed.

[slater]

So much room in your garage. Jelly is maxed.

i know. i can't look at his pics anymore!

[SoCalZman]

25921

M3 wheel arrived. It's so nice. Can't wait to swap out my alcantara. Yes, I will be putting the old wheel up for sale after I swap them out. It's in decent condition for its age.

[rguti153]

25921

M3 wheel arrived. It's so nice. Can't wait to swap out my alcantara. Yes, I will be putting the old wheel up for sale after I swap them out. It's in decent condition for its age.
looks super fresh

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[SoCalZman]

looks super fresh

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Definitely. Brand new wheel. It'll be like driving a new ZHP *wishful thinking*

[anandoc]

Full power steering refresh (all hoses, reservoir, nuts and bolts, fluid). Also a full interior and exterior detail.

http://i.imgur.com/rF1yph1.jpg

[az3579]

25921

M3 wheel arrived. It's so nice. Can't wait to swap out my alcantara. Yes, I will be putting the old wheel up for sale after I swap them out. It's in decent condition for its age.
A brand new M3 wheel (mine has tri-stitch) is one of my favorite things I've done to my car.

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[slater]

A brand new M3 wheel (mine has tri-stitch) is one of my favorite things I've done to my car.

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agreed. mine wasn't new, but was in nice shape. i love it.

[slater]

Full power steering refresh (all hoses, reservoir, nuts and bolts, fluid). Also a full interior and exterior detail.

http://i.imgur.com/rF1yph1.jpg

nice, anando! is that your new neighborhood? :)

[SoCalZman]

A brand new M3 wheel (mine has tri-stitch) is one of my favorite things I've done to my car.

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25922

Ohhhh it does feel good.

[Rovert]

It looks more plump and voluptuous than my wheel!!

[Sockethead]

Ahh I remember when my new M wheel looked like that! Now after 100K, it's worn and shiny...

[squashman702]

Nothing for the ZHP, but made a little progress on the M3 today. Put in the black carpet I had, and the Modena rear seat and sport front seats. Have some vaders to refinish at some point down the road.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/20160520_195744_zpsfxartadb.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/20160520_195744_zpsfxartadb.jpg.html)

[anandoc]

A brand new M3 wheel (mine has tri-stitch) is one of my favorite things I've done to my car.



Same here. The M3 tri-stitch SMG wheel was probably the best mod I have done to my car.


nice, anando! is that your new neighborhood? :)

Haha nope, that was at the shop where I got this stuff done. Could not resist taking a picture right as I walked in.

[SoCalZman]

Ahh I remember when my new M wheel looked like that! Now after 100K, it's worn and shiny...

If it's going to last 100k then that will pretty much be be life of the car. Yay good investment!

[WOLFN8TR]

Perhaps Umnitza Orion V2's? They offer gold (which I would imagine is close to OE color?) or amber as well...

Check out the color options in the dropdown.

https://www.umnitza.com/angel-eyes-by-umnitza/bmw-angel-eyes/3-series/orion-v2-led-angel-eyes-with-remote.html

X2... I have the Orion V2's, they are very bright and made really well.




Installed Strut Bar LED's wired to the Angel Eyes!
( My iPhone 6 can't capture the actual lighting )

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160521/e7e0ba93fc8442c0427182feb8c812f6.jpg

[das boots]

Strut Bar LED's wired to the Angel Eyes!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160521/e7e0ba93fc8442c0427182feb8c812f6.jpg

And I was just there on your neck of the sand last week visiting my son in Henderson.......

[WOLFN8TR]

And I was just there on your neck of the sand last week visiting my son in Henderson.......

Oh man I live in Henderson! I'm up off the 95 & College Dr. You should of hit me up!

[das boots]

His place is in the 146 (St. Rose) & Maryland Pkwy area. My bad. I was there a couple of weeks ago. Spent a few hrs with DMV in Stephanie. LOL.

[Vas]

Disa rebuild with g.a.s kit

[D1ESEL]

Driving the M3 today. Waiting for my ZHP to get the rear tailing arm bushings and alignment to get done on Wednesday

[WOLFN8TR]

His place is in the 146 (St. Rose) & Maryland Pkwy area. My bad. I was there a couple of weeks ago. Spent a few hrs with DMV in Stephanie. LOL.

Ya that is about 15 minutes from my house. The DMV on Stephanie is a nightmare! I spent 3 hours there registering my M3. [emoji51]

[das boots]

Ya that is about 15 minutes from my house. The DMV on Stephanie is a nightmare! I spent 3 hours there registering my M3. [emoji51]

Just about the same time it took me to get a drivers license. And that was with an appointment. On a mid-week. Registering one of my horses will be next.

[Ssparrow]

Changed the oil today using bmw twin power turbo 5w30 and a Mann filter.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160522/dd7f491f7cc03ce03e1b32cdcc8db7ee.jpg

Then I removed the rear door cards to reseal the vapors with butyl tape. Hopefully this should solve the leaking I'm having. Plan on doing the front tomorrow as the passenger side leaks too.

Also tried to isolate some rattles today. I swear this is an ongoing process. I used some silicone sealant on the clips holding the door panels on, And taped up some of the loose cables as well as I could. I then stuffed some rags up into the rear deck, seems to help a little but time will tell.

I have a "squeak" somewhere around the rear seats. I have been trying to find it every since I bought the car, but with no luck. Happens when I drive on uneven roads, and is decently loud. Almost like leather rubbing on leather. But I still haven't been able to find it. Anyone deal with this? Very annoying!


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[Rovert]

I used dynamat and dynaliner to sound deaden my car far a more quiet 12 hour highway run next week. Sound deadened the doors, rear quarter panel, and trunk with strategic placement. I only added about 2lbs extra to the car. So far road noise is very solid. It's hard to explain but it's just more peaceful. Exhaust sound is the same, and the doors close with authority and bass. There's no extra rattle and it just a thud then silence!

[BMWCurves]

I drove it. It's been two weeks. It started right up. Felt amazing to be back driving my ZHP, let alone a car!


I used dynamat and dynaliner to sound deaden my car far a more quiet 12 hour highway run next week. Sound deadened the doors, rear quarter panel, and trunk with strategic placement. I only added about 2lbs extra to the car. So far road noise is very solid. It's hard to explain but it's just more peaceful. Exhaust sound is the same, and the doors close with authority and bass. There's no extra rattle and it just a thud then silence!

Do you have any pics of where you placed your pads/liners? How many you used, etc?

[Ssparrow]

I used dynamat and dynaliner to sound deaden my car far a more quiet 12 hour highway run next week. Sound deadened the doors, rear quarter panel, and trunk with strategic placement. I only added about 2lbs extra to the car. So far road noise is very solid. It's hard to explain but it's just more peaceful. Exhaust sound is the same, and the doors close with authority and bass. There's no extra rattle and it just a thud then silence!

Totally agree on having a nice peaceful cabin. I'm in the process of trying to rid the cabin of rattles, man it is a pain, but it'll be worth it once i find them all!

[Rovert]

I'll post a separate thread!

[ELCID86]

Totally agree on having a nice peaceful cabin. I'm in the process of trying to rid the cabin of rattles, man it is a pain, but it'll be worth it once i find them all!

I've been adding some deadening to mine also.

[BMWCurves]

I'll post a separate thread!

Appreciate it!

[anandoc]

Do you have any pics of where you placed your pads/liners? How many you used, etc?

+1

I would also like to see some pics etc. I am getting some rattles from the rear seats/doors area and would love to see where you guys are placing the dynamat sound deadening.

[ELCID86]

+1

I would also like to see some pics etc. I am getting some rattles from the rear seats/doors area and would love to see where you guys are placing the dynamat sound deadening.

I've been using this product for a number of years. I use a combo of the RAAMmat and ensolite.

http://www.raamaudio.com/

Install hints. http://www.raamaudio.com/pages/How%252dTo.html

[Rovert]

That is a really good website on how to tackle all panels. Wow.

[ELCID86]

(Re)Fixed my loose back door window trim. The thread about sound deadening inspired me a bit too.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160522/001c6769487b1a690a88290787bf9a83.jpg

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http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160522/a0faaa94280e30c28efa2556be229903.jpg

Also added a quart of oil.

[Rovert]

I remember driving around with the fuel pump cover off. There is a dramatic increase in sound coming from that and it's only minimized by that black metal plate. How does the car sound now?

Edit: Now that I see your rear seating sheet metal there are a lot of edges and creases to minimize resonance already. Did the extra sound deadening do much?

[ELCID86]

I remember driving around with the fuel pump cover off. There is a dramatic increase in sound coming from that and it's only minimized by that black metal plate. How does the car sound now?

Edit: Now that I see your rear seating sheet metal there are a lot of edges and creases to minimize resonance already. Did the extra sound deadening do much?

Having the back seat out makes a huge difference--much more cabin noise. Haven't driven it yet but I'm guess ing the two layers I put down will be better than the crumbly single layer of OE stuff that was there.

[Vas]

Washed sketchi. It's going to rain

[fw_fw]

Pulled her out of the garage and gave her a good wash to remove 4 weeks worth of sawdust!

25939

25940

25941

[ELCID86]

Pulled her out of the garage and gave her a good wash to remove 4 weeks worth of sawdust!


Remodeling?

Love those plates. War Eagle.

[fw_fw]

Remodeling?

Love those plates. War Eagle.

Finished that aquarium castle project.....

War Eagle!!

[Rovert]

Appreciate it!


+1

I would also like to see some pics etc.

Posted a new thread here (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?18307-Is-it-too-loud-**Sound-Deadening-Project**): http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?18307-Is-it-too-loud-**Sound-Deadening-Project**

[squashman702]

Vacuumed then cleaned and conditioned the leather with Lexol stuff.

[ELCID86]

Finished that aquarium castle project.....

War Eagle!!

That's right. I forgot!

[jwalther]

After three straight weeks of rain, finally, a wash.

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/jeffw63/E0DC9E09-755A-46D9-AC47-9438FA11BDCC_zpskfsiug0e.jpg (http://s153.photobucket.com/user/jeffw63/media/E0DC9E09-755A-46D9-AC47-9438FA11BDCC_zpskfsiug0e.jpg.html)

[anandoc]

Rebuilt my OE DISA with the GAS kit. Now on to re-installing it and sending back the bad one to ECS Tuning.

http://i.imgur.com/98I6qpF.jpg

[Vas]

Rebuilt my OE DISA with the GAS kit. Now on to re-installing it and sending back the bad one to ECS Tuning.

http://i.imgur.com/98I6qpF.jpg

I just did the same thing as well. Not a bad project.

[D1ESEL]

Dropping my ZHP at the dealer for an alignment and rear trailing arm bushings. I would do them myself but I get such a large discount on labor at the dealer it's just not worth it.

[anandoc]

I just did the same thing as well. Not a bad project.

Yup, not bad at all. The most time-consuming/annoying thing was getting rid of the molded gasket at the end...took me forever to clean out all the tiny bits.

[Vas]

Yup, not bad at all. The most time-consuming/annoying thing was getting rid of the molded gasket at the end...took me forever to clean out all the tiny bits.

Yeah same here.

[fredo]

I bought front wiper blades for the Mini. After reading positive comments here, I went with Bosch Icon. They (Advance Auto Parts) ordered the rear one I will pick up this coming Saturday and take advantage of their free installation.

[GotZHP]

I bought front wiper blades for the Mini. After reading positive comments here, I went with Bosch Icon. They (Advance Auto Parts) ordered the rear one I will pick up this coming Saturday and take advantage of their free installation.

I just bought some Bosch Icons as well. Both Driver and passenger on the ZHP and just the driver side on the GFs car.

[GotZHP]

Bought a quart of oil to top off the oil level. Judging by the cars recent thirst, I'd say I have to hunt down an oil leak...again...

[Rovert]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/6cd3458b7353ccdccfb9acc9f1a9333c.jpg

I think I must have saved 5-8lbs using this method and removing the old OEM Rubber material that crumbled like a sandcastle when I wave hits it. The interior resonance for high frequencies is reduced even more from the sum of what panels I have damped. I can talk quietly at speed with my passenger and not ask them to speak up. LOL

[az3579]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/6cd3458b7353ccdccfb9acc9f1a9333c.jpg

I think I must have saved 5-8lbs using this method and removing the old OEM Rubber material that crumbled like a sandcastle when I wave hits it. The interior resonance for high frequencies is reduced even more from the sum of what panels I have damped. I can talk quietly at speed with my passenger and not ask them to speak up. LOL

Good stuff!

[slater]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160524/6cd3458b7353ccdccfb9acc9f1a9333c.jpg

I think I must have saved 5-8lbs using this method and removing the old OEM Rubber material that crumbled like a sandcastle when I wave hits it. The interior resonance for high frequencies is reduced even more from the sum of what panels I have damped. I can talk quietly at speed with my passenger and not ask them to speak up. LOL

that's awesome, trevor. i might do that.

[BMWCurves]

@Trevor,

You should add that to your sound deadening thread with a few details in the process since that thread's already so helpful. It's convincing me to go this route.

[Rovert]

Yup I will!

[330i Lover]

I looked at it and admired the day I can drive it. Stupid recall!

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[Rovert]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160525/ae3f801b63f49a5d6ee2a384dac1abe9.jpg

Rasp terminated!!!

After driving for the first 20 minutes I feel like I just performed a vasectomy on the car. While the Eisenmann exhaust screams, the tone is now smoother and all low to mid bass. It sounds a bit like an aggressive M54B30 now.

I didn't know what I had until I reduced the rasp 95%. I did feel partially empty when I gave it! But it sounds like nothing is broken. LOL. I'll see how it goes as I drive it more. The resonator probably needs to break in more with heat. My stock untouched section 1 is sitting at the side of the house ready to provide rasp when I want it back.

[fredo]

My 2005 Mini Cooper got some love today (143,500 miles) :

- oil filter housing gasket
- valve cover gasket
- oil pan gasket
- spark plugs
- fuel filter
- transmission fluid
- engine air filter

She will be around for a while ! :thumbup

[BMWCurves]

My 2005 Mini Cooper got some love today (143,500 miles) :

- oil filter housing gasket
- valve cover gasket
- oil pan gasket
- spark plugs
- fuel filter
- transmission fluid
- engine air filter

She will be around for a while ! :thumbup

That's quite the list. Good stuff!

[Sockethead]

Rasp terminated!!!

After driving for the first 20 minutes I feel like I just performed a vasectomy on the car. While the Eisenmann exhaust screams, the tone is now smoother and all low to mid bass. It sounds a bit like an aggressive M54B30 now.

I didn't know what I had until I reduced the rasp 95%. I did feel partially empty when I gave it! But it sounds like nothing is broken. LOL. I'll see how it goes as I drive it more. The resonator probably needs to break in more with heat. My stock untouched section 1 is sitting at the side of the house ready to provide rasp when I want it back.

You only replaced section 1?

[Rovert]

Yup I have a spare section one in mint condition. So that was the part I decided to hack up and TIG weld while my existing section one was on my car. The AR20 just filled in a section where it was just straight pipe.

Everything is more broken in after driving for over an hour now. Every time I stopped it smelled sweet. All the good manufacturing stuff burning away!

I'm getting used to the smoother/more refined tone. My friend said on the outside when I give it, about 10% of the rasp escapes at the mid rev range and up.

This is what the AR20 looks like inside:
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160525/327bfcc50f27f9141c74e600c5ad68ad.jpg

[Sockethead]

The inside looks like the old glass packs we used to put on our cars in high school back in the seventies...
What's that on the other pipe? resonator?

[330i Lover]

My 2005 Mini Cooper got some love today (143,500 miles) :

- oil filter housing gasket
- valve cover gasket
- oil pan gasket
- spark plugs
- fuel filter
- transmission fluid
- engine air filter

She will be around for a while ! :thumbup
All this in 1 day? You go boy!

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[WOLFN8TR]

Trevor do you still have the stock headers?

[Rovert]

Other pipe is the stock resonator.

I have stock headers.

[fredo]

That's quite the list. Good stuff!

Thanks. I feel bad, all my attention goes to the ZHP. Finally I decided it was the Mini's turn !


All this in 1 day? You go boy!

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Yeah, all in one day. My Indy is very quick. I just noticed one thing after the repairs: the "check your gas cap" warning goes on and off. I will go back if it continues.

[terraphantm]

Working on the upper/lower balljoints/bushings on the trailing arm. Got one ball joint out and new one in without too much drama. Was working on the lower bushing, but it's apparently too seized in there and I managed to shear the fully threaded bolt in the Koch toolset.

For reference, it appears to be a M12x1.75x140mm bolt made of stainless steel (A2-70). I ordered a Class 10.9 steel bolt as a replacement which should be a bit stronger. Hopefully that works.

[Sockethead]

grease the crap out of the new bolt and put some heat on the flange that the ball joint is in....

[Rovert]

I just purchased new bolts and nuts at 10.8 for the exhaust. Will those be strong enough for weather and heat?

[terraphantm]

grease the crap out of the new bolt and put some heat on the flange that the ball joint is in....

Yeah I did grease the crap out of the bolt, but I guess I'll have to get some heat there too. Was hoping to avoid that with the limited clearance and maneuverability under there


I just purchased new bolts and nuts at 10.8 for the exhaust. Will those be strong enough for weather and heat?

I would go stainless for exhaust bolts and nuts if possible

[slater]

Working on the upper/lower balljoints/bushings on the trailing arm. Got one ball joint out and new one in without too much drama. Was working on the lower bushing, but it's apparently too seized in there and I managed to shear the fully threaded bolt in the Koch toolset.

wowzers. that is seized! i removed all of those ball joints and every bushing in the rear end with that tool, no issues. what were you pressing with on the other side? also, i sprayed both outer bushing/ball joint casings with PB Blaster (the old units), before pressing them out with the koch tool.

[terraphantm]

wowzers. that is seized! i removed all of those ball joints and every bushing in the rear end with that tool, no issues. what were you pressing with on the other side? also, i sprayed both outer bushing/ball joint casings with PB Blaster (the old units), before pressing them out with the koch tool.

Well I was just using the fittings mentioned on the instruction sheet, and was cranking against that assembly with a lot of force before the bolt ended up shearing. Did spray it in PB blaster overnight. Might try some more (or just nut up and heat it with a torch).

[slater]

Well I was just using the fittings mentioned on the instruction sheet, and was cranking against that assembly with a lot of force before the bolt ended up shearing. Did spray it in PB blaster overnight. Might try some more (or just nut up and heat it with a torch).

odd. here's how i did it - the part circled in red is from a universal bearing driver set i had - it matched the OD of the old bushing:

[terraphantm]

Your's looks a good bit different than the one I'm using. This is what I'm using:

https://youtu.be/Zl_LJVTAFkY

Though now that I look closer, seems like the bolts were already replaced with generics once before (I borrowed the toolset from someone on m3forum)

[slater]

Your's looks a good bit different than the one I'm using. This is what I'm using:

https://youtu.be/Zl_LJVTAFkY

Though now that I look closer, seems like the bolts were already replaced with generics once before (I borrowed the toolset from someone on m3forum)

OH - you're using the 'rear diff' bushing tool. gotcha. mine is the 'subframe' bushing tool.

[ELCID86]

I have the subframe tool too and was a bit worried about the bolt sheering a few times also.



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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

[GotZHP]

Had a 12" subwoofer, a 1200 watt amp, and a 2 farad capacitor dropped off at my place for the ZHP from a friend, fo free!!!

Need to buy all the wires still. Will mock up the system in trunk this weekend! Check m build thread for more infos if interested. Will be doing a wiring DIY once I figure it out myself lol.

[Ssparrow]

Had a 12" subwoofer, a 1200 watt amp, and a 2 farad capacitor dropped off at my place for the ZHP from a friend, fo free!!!

Need to buy all the wires still. Will mock up the system in trunk this weekend! Check m build thread for more infos if interested. Will be doing a wiring DIY once I figure it out myself lol.

I'm extremely curious about about installing a sub and amp, I'd love a nice DIY on how to install one using the factory headunit!


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[D1ESEL]

put my 216's on!

[BMWCurves]

put my 216's on!

Pics!

[D1ESEL]

Pics!

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?18359-Style-216-dey-hawt

[hcbeck2689]

I replaced oe clutch bushings with UUC bushings. It was a real PIA but the squeak every time the clutch moves is gone


-Holden

[Sockethead]

I replaced oe clutch bushings with UUC bushings. It was a real PIA but the squeak every time the clutch moves is gone


-Holden

I got those bushings probably 7-8 years ago... they're still in my tool box... one of those dreaded jobs.

[Dual]

SunTek CXP70 window tint installed. I was trying to install a product with great UV and solar protection but very little light-blocking. 70%, supposedly. Looks very dark to me...

[ELCID86]

Replaced DMTL pump on charcoal can.

Old pump.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160527/abae2eb9980f98e7b1e22b6dde42219f.jpg

[Johnmadd]

SunTek CXP70 window tint installed. I was trying to install a product with great UV and solar protection but very little light-blocking. 70%, supposedly. Looks very dark to me...

Pics?

[GotZHP]

Test fitted my new to me sound system in the trunk. 12" sub, 1200W amp, 2 farad capacitor. Need to buy all the wires. Will install next weekend

[BADCLOWN]

Some stopping power showed up today :evil grin:

[rkneeshaw]

Some stopping power showed up today :evil grin:

Something yellow-ish?

[BMWCurves]

Gave her a much needed bath:

http://i.imgur.com/5UNLEFd.jpg

[fredo]

The Mini got the SES light today, in addition to the random 'check gas cap' warning. This started after the last visit to my Indy. I will go back in some days and ask them to check about it.


My 2005 Mini Cooper got some love today (143,500 miles) :

- oil filter housing gasket
- valve cover gasket
- oil pan gasket
- spark plugs
- fuel filter
- transmission fluid
- engine air filter

She will be around for a while ! :thumbup

[cakM3]

Gave my ZHP a nice bath.... will be adjusting ride height on her tomorrow...

[Johnmadd]

Gave my ZHP a nice bath.... will be adjusting ride height on her tomorrow...

:dunno

[cakM3]

:dunno

she's too low... time to raise her up just a bit

[Johnmadd]

she's too low... time to raise her up just a bit

I hear you Charlie, I scraped the bottom of my splitters a few weeks ago :facepalm

[Johnmadd]

Front and rear?

[az3579]

she's too low... time to raise her up just a bit
The day has come that charlie has uttered those words...

The sky is officially falling!

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[ELCID86]

The Mini got the SES light today, in addition to the random 'check gas cap' warning. This started after the last visit to my Indy. I will go back in some days and ask them to check about it.

I feel your pain.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160529/6327916f9a83d4866e4c63bacf2043d9.jpg

[danewilson77]

Finally had time for a quick wash and wax.

S7 Edge, out

[bosszhp]

Picked up the ZHP from my indy, got out of the car to find this...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160529/6eb785b0e60288b415a6476f074804ba.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160529/f736fcc5d74db7f01938b284019dfdcb.jpg
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160529/a2794912fbad23a00f942c25e3684b73.jpg

Already put in a claim with my insurance, time to find a new indy. [emoji52]

[rguti153]

damn what the hell

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[ELCID86]

I'd go back the the Indy ...


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

[bosszhp]

I'd go back the the Indy ...


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

They offered to fix it but I'm waiting to see what my insurance says first.

[Sockethead]

WTF? How did they do that?

[Dual]

What a shame...

[cakM3]

WTF? How did they do that?

+1


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[danewilson77]

WTF? How did they do that?
This

S7 Edge, out

[fw_fw]

They offered to fix it but I'm waiting to see what my insurance says first.

Insurance??? Make the shop fix it, they screwed it up!

[bosszhp]

WTF? How did they do that?


+1


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This

S7 Edge, out

Of course the shop says they have no idea and frankly I don't either, maybe some how they hit it on the lift? Who knows.


Insurance??? Make the shop fix it, they screwed it up!

Shop offered to have their paint guy touch it up but I'm thinking I can probably get more from the insurance. For instance the shadowline trim has some pretty deep gashes and we all know a new OEM set of that trim isn't cheap. We'll see what happens.

[D1ESEL]

I looked at a 100 Series Land Cruiser so the ZHP can rest this winter in the garage with the M3 :)

[az3579]

Of course the shop says they have no idea and frankly I don't either, maybe some how they hit it on the lift? Who knows.



Shop offered to have their paint guy touch it up but I'm thinking I can probably get more from the insurance. For instance the shadowline trim has some pretty deep gashes and we all know a new OEM set of that trim isn't cheap. We'll see what happens.
That is way beyond a touch up...

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[danewilson77]

That is way beyond a touch up...

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Yep. Not gonna happen with any precision.

S7 Edge, out

[BADCLOWN]

Still wondering how that damage happened? What was he doing?

[bosszhp]

Still wondering how that damage happened? What was he doing?

New starter and also was checking my diff. Safe to say I'm not going to let them do my diff swap lol. It's a shame because they do good work but recently hired some new people that are bringing things down.

[BADCLOWN]

Either of those areas aren't even close to the diff lol. Jesus h Christ, I'd be fuming, they would be paying for someone else to fix it and ASAP at that.

[das boots]

Aren't those shops supposed to be bonded that they have their own insurance?

[oclvframe]

I did some cleaning this weekend....leather cleaning that is. I got a bottle of Chemical Guys leather cleaner from Amazon primarily for cleaning the leather on my steering wheel.

I followed a method someone in the 5series forums mentioned for scrubbing the laces with a toothbrush then the wheel itself with a horsehair brush.....you can see the outcome...the shiny side is before it was cleaned, the nice matte look is after cleaning. Also did my arm rest which had also gotten quite shiny. All the leather looks great now!

-r

[rguti153]

wow that looks awesome

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[Sockethead]

Damn! Looks good! My wheel is really shiny... I didn't know there was anything that could done.

[oclvframe]

Damn! Looks good! My wheel is really shiny... I didn't know there was anything that could done.

I didn't either until I saw that post!

-r

[BimmerDude]

Bought a 70k zhp engine this weekend for next to nothing.

[az3579]

I did some cleaning this weekend....leather cleaning that is. I got a bottle of Chemical Guys leather cleaner from Amazon primarily for cleaning the leather on my steering wheel.

I followed a method someone in the 5series forums mentioned for scrubbing the laces with a toothbrush then the wheel itself with a horsehair brush.....you can see the outcome...the shiny side is before it was cleaned, the nice matte look is after cleaning. Also did my arm rest which had also gotten quite shiny. All the leather looks great now!

-r


Yes, it's amazing how clean a leather wheel can come out if you use the right product. I use Leatherique Pristine Clean with the same results.

The problem though is that once the wheels even get that shiny to begin with, they don't stay clean for long once you clean them. I replaced my old leather wheel because after cleaning, the wheel would end up just as shiny and slimy as before cleaning within a matter of 2 or 3 days. It was too much to keep it up, so I ended up buying a new wheel. That wheel was pretty old though - it was almost original to the car. The PO replaced the alcantara wheel under CPO with this leather one and it was on the car when I bought it at 75k miles. I had just replaced it this past fall, and the car had probably over 220k when I had replaced it. It was in great condition overall, just got too tiresome to clean it so often to keep it matte looking.

Your wheel looks like it's in good enough shape to stay clean for a while though. :thumbsup

[az3579]

Bought a 70k zhp engine this weekend for next to nothing.


So how much do you want for it? :shifty

[holyc0w]

I used Leather Shines Leather Conditioner on my armrest a few weeks ago. I cleaned it off with a bit of soap water, dried and buffed it on. I wasn't sure whether the lessened shininess was good or bad.

[az3579]

wasn't sure whether the lessened shininess was good or bad.

Shiny = bad. That is the collection of excess oils that are on the surface.
Leather, when it is new and fresh, is matte, and is soft and supple. If you have a sedan with leather seats and don't know what the new leather feels like, the fold down rear armrest should provide you with unused leather that you can feel. Clean and well hydrated leather should look and feel just like that. You'll notice that it is nice and matte.

[das boots]

Evidently, I have been doing wrong on the leather seats and various areas inside the cockpit. All I have been using was to use the BMW Leather cream. So what am I suppose to use prior to using the leather cream?

[BMWCurves]

Check out a few threads on Leatherique, a product several members use here:

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1489-M0nk3y-Detailed-BMW-Z4M-Interior-Leatherique-Write-Up

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?15783-Leatherique-A-rough-how-to-my-thoughts-and-a-few-pics

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1887-Anyone-here-Leatherique-d

[az3579]

Evidently, I have been doing wrong on the leather seats and various areas inside the cockpit. All I have been using was to use the BMW Leather cream. So what am I suppose to use prior to using the leather cream?

I can't speak to the process of other products, but I imagine them to be the same if I had to take a guess.

First you must vacuum your seats thoroughly and wipe them down with a damp rag to pick up loose dirt and oils.
For Leatherique, you then apply the Leatherique Rejuvenator oil and let sit inside the very hot car all day if possible. The longer you let it sit in hot temperatures, the better.
Finally, you clean the seats with Leatherique Pristine Clean to remove the leftover Rejuvenator oils. You may have to do two cleaning passes. I personally wipe each seat down with a wet rag after doing the cleaning sessions just to make sure that sticky stuff is off.

With other products I would imagine the process to be similar, only the application of heat may or may not be a requirement for that product. Also, if it's a cream, I'm not sure if they want you to let it sit or not. Either way, after the leather has been "conditioned", it will require a cleaning to make sure there isn't any leftover product on the seats before you go to use them. Personally I would clean the seats more thoroughly first before applying any conditioner.

[Dual]

Pics?
Sorry for the delay.
Maine allows no tinting of windshields, so the first photo will show you the extent of the window tinting-
26006

26005

[BimmerDude]

So how much do you want for it? :shifty

Twice what i paid.. so 2000$ :p

[Johnmadd]

Sorry for the delay.
Maine allows no tinting of windshields, so the first photo will show you the extent of the window tinting-
26006

26005

Wow

[az3579]

Twice what i paid.. so 2000$ :p

No thanks, a rebuild is better value. :p

[BADCLOWN]

S54 is the best value haha

[az3579]

S54 is the best value haha

Hardly a value... you're not doing an S54 swap for 2 grand. Or 3 grand. Or 4 grand. Not even 5 grand. All-in, you're probably looking closer to 10 grand for all the parts you need, all the "while you're in there" stuff (because let's face it, go HAM or go home), and maybe some labor.

If you do it yourself, you're still not doing it for anywhere close to 2 grand.

[cakM3]

Hardly a value... you're not doing an S54 swap for 2 grand. Or 3 grand. Or 4 grand. Not even 5 grand. All-in, you're probably looking closer to 10 grand for all the parts you need, all the "while you're in there" stuff (because let's face it, go HAM or go home), and maybe some labor.

If you do it yourself, you're still not doing it for anywhere close to 2 grand.

true....

[BADCLOWN]

I was kidding. I think a "done it right" s54 swap can be had for under 10k all day long.

[Dual]

Very helpful to know- I'd been beginning to think about this. Plus you'd presumably have to beef up some drivetrain and suspension components.

[Sockethead]

In comparison with FI, the only decent kit left in the market is the ESS TS2 at $6850.00 and another $1k for headers and exhaust to make it breath right and you're on the closer side of $10k

[das boots]

I can't speak to the process of other products, but I imagine them to be the same if I had to take a guess.

First you must vacuum your seats thoroughly and wipe them down with a damp rag to pick up loose dirt and oils.
For Leatherique, you then apply the Leatherique Rejuvenator oil and let sit inside the very hot car all day if possible. The longer you let it sit in hot temperatures, the better.
Finally, you clean the seats with Leatherique Pristine Clean to remove the leftover Rejuvenator oils. You may have to do two cleaning passes. I personally wipe each seat down with a wet rag after doing the cleaning sessions just to make sure that sticky stuff is off.

With other products I would imagine the process to be similar, only the application of heat may or may not be a requirement for that product. Also, if it's a cream, I'm not sure if they want you to let it sit or not. Either way, after the leather has been "conditioned", it will require a cleaning to make sure there isn't any leftover product on the seats before you go to use them. Personally I would clean the seats more thoroughly first before applying any conditioner.


Placed an order for Leatherique Rejuvenator Oil and Pristine Clean 16 oz bottles. $45. Free shipping.

[D1ESEL]

Debating selling my ZHP.....

What do you guys think it's even worth? Is this the correct place to ask or should I make a thread with all of my details

[BMWCurves]

Placed an order for Leatherique Rejuvenator Oil and Pristine Clean 16 oz bottles. $45. Free shipping.

Where from?

[san]

Debating selling my ZHP.....

What do you guys think it's even worth? Is this the correct place to ask or should I make a thread with all of my details

Didn't you just get a lot work done on it?

Yes a separate thread would be ideal...


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[NoVAphotog]

Debating selling my ZHP.....

What do you guys think it's even worth? Is this the correct place to ask or should I make a thread with all of my details

Hmm...you have a pretty solid garage IMO. M3 and the Land Cruiser. That'd be good for me as it's basically a "bigger" version of mine now.

That said, the ZHP is a nice middleground between the two. Miles/usage/maintenance wise.

Also, enabling you:

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1105784

[slater]

In comparison with FI, the only decent kit left in the market is the ESS TS2 at $6850.00 and another $1k for headers and exhaust to make it breath right and you're on the closer side of $10k

i think the ESS TS1 and AA stage 1 kits are good value, both around $5400... the AA one is 365hp though, ESS TS1 is 330hp - seems like an appropriate number for our cars. :)

to me, a SC is a way better option that an S54 swap - exponentially less work, easily reversible, cheaper, same or more power. win/win/win in my book. i personally have been thinking about both kits i mentioned, i like the packaging of the ESS kit better.



Debating selling my ZHP.....

What do you guys think it's even worth? Is this the correct place to ask or should I make a thread with all of my details

dude, you remind me of how i used to be with changing cars all of the time. :) i thought you were all set to DD the ZHP? why not challenge yourself to keep it for another year?

:cheers